Work From Home 2021: 6 Easy Style Tips For Online Meetings

By Ryanne Co March 19, 2021

Just because you're on a screen doesn't mean you can't be stylish! Put your best foot forward—even just online—with these quick tips

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Online meetings are no excuse to skip out on getting ready! Avoid bad impressions by putting thought into your online appearance with these quick style tips for the pandemic era.

1/6 Use Your Lipstick

Gone are the days we could all flaunt our wonderful lippies. But if you've got a few tubes at home, make the best of them by wearing them on your Zoom call! Not only is it added style points, but it'll also keep you looking fresh and prepared even while at home. Plus, you won't have to waste that gorgeous shade wondering when we'll get to go mask-free.

2/6 Dress Appropriately

There have been so many reported faux pas about people on video calls forgetting they were inappropriately dressed. Even if you're just at home, if you're going to speak in front of an audience, always dress appropriately! No shortcuts, and yes, always remember to put on pants even if you think no one's going to notice.

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3/6 Invest In Dressy Pyjamas

Dressing appropriately doesn't mean dressing uncomfortably. Investing in dressy pyjamas could be a life-changer. There are a ton of beautifully made, elegantly styled local brands that offer comfortable yet Zoom-appropriate pyjamas you can check out!

4/6 Keep Things Minimal

Not feeling dressy but still need to dress appropriately? Keep things simple with a crew-neck t-shirt or a nice blazer. The best part with a simple outfit is that it'll keep the focus on you and what you have to say instead of on any fashion faux pas!

5/6 Accessorise

Now that the main focus of our interactions has become our face—instead of our body language—consider investing in some beautiful accessories. Earrings are a sure win, they'll frame every face nicely while also adding a pop of colour to your screen. Necklaces are another thing to consider, and they'll make dressing up at home even more enjoyable. The best part? You can wear them for your first big party post-COVID.

6/6 Have Fun With Makeup

We may not have as many events around the horizon as we did this time two years ago, but learning how to create the best look can still help during times such as these. Oftentimes, video cameras can give us a washed-out look, especially if the lighting is bad or if the camera itself isn't so HD. Take the time now to gently teach yourself how to make the best look possible for you. You'll look much brighter in video settings and it'll be a wonderful advantage for when lockdowns are officially lifted forever.